Let’s Light Up Cricket in Bonner!

Thank you Deputy Speaker.

Anyone who knows me knows I love cricket.

Beyond the 13 bats in my electorate office and memories playing with my brothers – cricket is part of our national identity.

Now, I want to light up the future of cricket in Bonner!

If a Coalition Government is elected this year, we’ll deliver $1 million for a lighting upgrade at Wynnum Manly District Cricket Club.

I recently met with President Graham Maphri and Cricket Queensland CEO Terry Svenson, who told me the current lighting at Bill Albury Oval is not up to standard.

This is the infrastructure we need to support growing junior, female, veteran, and multicultural competitions.

It will also help Queensland Cricket and Cricket Australia by creating a high-quality venue for high-performance matches and community events – especially in the lead up to the 2032 Olympics.
Better lighting means safer training conditions and more opportunities for players of all ages.

Sport builds stronger communities – and this is an investment in our future.

I’m proud to support local clubs like Wynnum Manly District Cricket Club and be part of a team that backs grassroots sport.